FROM THE DIRECTOR’S OFFICE...
Welcome to La Rosière, a veritable alpine paradise!
Once you experience everything La Rosière has to offer, you’ll see exactly
why it’s considered such a unique gem: Abundant snow, a south-facing
exposure bathed in glorious all-day sunshine, a truly international ski area
spanning France and Italy, beautiful authentic architecture, a focus on
preserving nature, and, of course, a warm and friendly welcome from the
locals. This unique combination deserves to be supported by a focus on
innovation and a passion for customer service, so this winter we’ve once
again pulled out all the stops with new services and offerings to help create
even more unforgettable experiences for our clients.

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First on the list is the new Altispa La Rosière, a 300m2 wellness and
relaxation spa: Take in the view from the panoramic sauna, experience salt
therapy for the first time, or sample a selection of high quality wellness
products. Once your batteries are recharged, venture outside and test
your mettle on the new Petit Saint-Bernard Fun Cross, a playful piste
designed for children (and the young at heart).
In other big news, we are proud to soon be home to the very first Hyatt
hotel in the Alps. The Hyatt Centric La Rosière will open its doors in
December 2017, and we look forward to being the next stop for the trendy
Hyatt Centric boutique hotel concept after Hawaii and New York! Finally,
for fans of intense experiences, we are putting the finishing touches on a
stunning ‘Skywalk’ experience at the Fort, including a digital photo point to
help you capture and share memories.

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From 7:30am to 9am, be first on the
piste with our Fresh Tracks VIP sessions.

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Beginners or adrenaline junkies, La Rosière
caters for all ages and levels of mountain bikers.

As always, rest assured that as we improve the quality of our offerings, we
will always maintain the authenticity that defines La Rosière. We hope
you enjoy browsing through our magazine, and that it offers a taste of the
fun, relaxation, and amazing experiences that await you in La Rosière and
throughout the Espace San Bernardo.
Jeremie Silva
Director - La Rosière Tourisme

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4-5

Welcome to La Rosière

6-7

A jaunt in the woods

8 - 11
12 - 15
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58 - 59
60

The ski area
Drop into Italy
The ‘Al Dente’ Offer
Bella Italia
The ‘Tutto Bene’ Offer

THINGS TO DO
20 - 21
22

A taste for adventure
Ski schools

23 - 25

Activities

26 - 27

Get ready to shred!

34 - 35

The Freeski Playoffs

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Winter events

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Summer events

44 - 45

Mountain biking

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Road cycling

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Golf

48 - 49

Hiking

50 - 51

Activ’Eté (Summer Activity) Passes

FOR THE LITTLE ONES
16 - 17

A resort for children & parents

18 - 19

Perfect for families

52 - 53

Awaken your inner child

THE RESORT

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28- 29

Sustainable development

30 - 33

Meet the locals

38 - 39

The #larosiere Wall of Fame

42 - 43

Recharge your soul

54 - 55

Craftsmanship and heritage

56 - 57

The Petit Saint-Bernard pass

WHERE TO EAT, DRINK, AND STAY
61 - 66

Accommodation

67 - 69

Sports shops

70 - 71

Restaurants, bars & shops

72 - 73

Directory

74 - 75

Getting here

FAMILLE+ LABEL
Throughout this magazine, look for the ‘Famille Plus’ star to find
activities, shops, and professionals that cater especially to families.

CONTENTS

For a change of scenery, drop below
the treeline and explore the forests.

THE SKI AREA AND ITALY

LA ROSIÈRE
E S PAC E SA N B E R N A R D O

With an expansive 160km international ski area spanning France
and Italy, La Rosière boasts a fantastic choice of long, immaculately
groomed pistes. On the French side, the south-facing exposure is
perfect for more relaxed cruising in the sun and beloved by families
and beginners, while the north-facing slopes on the Italian side can
be the ideal challenge for more adventurous skiers.
At the start of your day, from the snowfront, savour the breathtaking
180-degree views of the Tarentaise Valley; La Rosière truly has one
of the most spectacular views in the Alps. Best of all, to finish off your
day, take a moment (or two) to enjoy one of the most the stunning
sunsets anywhere. From dawn to dusk, La Rosière’s slopes are bathed
in sunshine!
In addition to sunshine, La Rosière is also famous for snow! With the
Mont Blanc and Petit-St-Bernard pass just a stone’s throw away, the
Espace San Bernardo has unique weather conditions that ensure
the resort receives excellent snowfall from December to April, and
is considered to have some of the best snow levels in the Northern
Alps.

7m

exceptional

The perfect blend of sunshine
and snow, with a touch of dolce vita.
As the only international ski area in the Northern Alps, the Espace
San Bernardo has linked La Rosière with the Italian resort of La
Thuile since winter 1983-1984. Grab your skis and set off on an
adventure to explore new horizons and another culture! With slopes
on both the north and the south faces of the mountain, excellent
skiing and varied terrain is the order of the day. You might even want
to brush up your Italian while on the slopes (though most Aosta
Valley inhabitants speak excellent French and English)!

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Snowfall
(7m in winter 2016)

1.75m

J . E U S TAC H E

2650 m
top altitude

1850 m

resort altitude

12 000
visitor beds

705

residents

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restaurants & snack bars

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shops

ideal

Exposure

160 km
of slopes

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A jaunt
in the

woods
For a charming change of scenery from high alpine terrain, drop
below the treeline and explore the varied pistes in La Rosière
that pass through the forests of Les Ecudets and Petit Bois, as
well as the stretch of trees above the village of La Thuile. When
stormier weather sets in there’s nothing better than skiing in
the forest, well protected from the elements; the conifer trees
provide all the contrast you need on those whiteout days so
that you can keep enjoying your skiing until the lifts close.
Near La Rosière you will mainly find fir and spruce trees that
keep their needles all year long, and after a snowfall they will
be beautifully covered in a soft white blanket, creating a truly
magical and majestic experience for all to enjoy! Closer to La
Thuile the forests are mainly made up of larch trees, which take
on a stunning shade of orange that almost shimmers in daylight.
Take the time to stop for a break to relax with a delicious hot
chocolate, and try and catch a glimpse of the wildlife that
inhabits these spectacular forests.

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ESPACE SAN BERNARDO
FRANCE-ITALY
The ski resort is open from

1

18

gondola

14

chairlifts

draglifts

160km of runs
From

8

1176m

16/12/2017

to

2641m

altitude

8 green

25 blue

31 red

13 black

to

20/04/2018

4

magic carpets

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snowzones

Resort snow cover
MEASURED AT ALT. 1,870M

An average of more than 6m accumulated
snowfall every winter in the resort (7m in 2016)
and up to 10m some years.

Ski pass prices

Check out our website for a full breakdown on prices and offers: www.larosiere.ski

LA ROSIÈRE 4 HOURS

ESPACE SAN BERNARDO 1 DAY PASS

Child

Adult

Child

Adult

Senior

5 – 12 years

13 – 64 years

5 – 12 years

13 – 64 years

65 – 74 years

€23.40

€31.20

€32.60

€43.50

€37.00

SATURDAY SKIING
& for more offers

jeskieausoleil.com

ESPACE SAN BERNARDO 6 DAY PASS

Child

Adult

5 – 12 years

13 – 64 years

Senior

65 – 74 years

FIRST WEEK

FIRST TRACKS

from 16th to 22nd December 2017

100%
SATISFIED

€158.40

OR

YOUR MONEY
BACK

€211.20

€179.50

buy one pass =

50% OFF 2nd pass*

ESPACE SAN BERNARDO FAMILY 6 DAY PASS

from 23 to 29 December 2017

2 Adults
(+18 years)

2 Children
(-18 years)

Test the resort
for an hour*
€691.00

only 172.75€ per person*

La Rosière Lift Company
+33(0)4 79 40 12 00
www.larosiere.ski

FREE SKI PASSES & LIFTS

Ski passes for La Rosière’s ski area are free of charge for children under 5 and seniors over 75,
with proof of identity.** Chairlifts Dahu and Manessier, and the magic carpet Tapis des Lutins
are all free for everyone!
*for more information please visit larosiere.ski.
** Supplement applies for Italy extentions.
A supplement of €2 for every pass bought is applied for a rechargeable hands-free card.

THE ITALIAN JOB
ON SKIS
Fancy strapping on your skis and experiencing a stunning alpine spa
in Italy? This unique adventure is perfect to experience as Romeo &
Juliet, Romeo & Romeo, or Juliet & Juliet. It’s up to you!
Strap on your skis and head out from La Rosière (or the Ecudets lift
from Seez). Don’t forget a backpack with a pair of shoes, a change of
clothes, and your swimsuit. Take advantage of the wide, rolling pistes
on the La Rosière side of the valley as you head towards La Thuile.
Getting to the Italian resort should take between 1.5 and 2 hours,
and can be on either blues or reds, or you can even ride the cable car
down down to La Thuile from the Suches sector.

PAC K AG E

ADVENTURE

D O LC E V I TA

The most ambitious among you can try the Franco Berthod piste.
Named after a former Italian ski champion, this black run has a 73%
incline, one of the steepest on the planet! (Don’t overdo it -- the
adventure is just beginning.)

A unique experience spanning France and Italy!
Traverse the Espace San Bernardo on a trip
to the stunning Pré Saint Didier thermal
spa in the Aosta Valley.

Depending on your tastes (and the time), you can have lunch
either on the French or Italian side of the mountain. On our side,
we recommend l’Antigel, Le Dégel Club, La Traversette, and Le Plan
du Repos. In addition to delicious cuisine, these charming mountain
restaurants all offer a breathtaking view of Mont Pourri. On the
Italian side, don’t miss Le Riondet or Maison Carrel for fantastic
pasta and other delicacies -- perfect fuel for the mountain. If you’re
in a hurry to get to the Pré Saint Didier Spa, your best bet is to grab
lunch in La Thuile itself. The shuttle from the Hotel Miramonti will
pick you up at the foot of the slopes and drop you off at the hotel so
you can change in your room. An unmissable local stop is Le Pépita
Café; a 5 minute walk to delicious food at very reasonable prices. Try
the Tiramisu (see pg. 15), it’s worth the detour!

FROM

195€

Offer includes:
2-day Espace San Bernardo ski pass

Entry to the Pré Saint Didier thermal spa
(on day 1, from 3pm onwards)
Transfers in a private minibus
(from the bottom of the slopes in La Thuile to the hotel)

(1)

From 16/12/2017to 14/04/2018 according to availability.
Offer also possible on weekends, when booked 5 days in advance.
Price per person. Price shown is for information purposes only, as per winter 2017.
(2)
4-star Le Miramonti Hotel in La Thuile (Italy), in a comfort-standard double
room. Offer includes breakfast and dinner, excluding drinks.

After a good night’s sleep and tasty Italian breakfast, it’s time to snap
back into those bindings and head back to France. If you have a bit of
room in the backpack, bring back some local chocolate (see pg. 33),
Aosta ham, or Limoncello.
If this Italian adventure sounds tempting, get in touch with La
Rosière Reservation and our friendly staff will set it all up. Of course,
dropping into Italy can also be done in one day, so make sure you
take advantage of the only French/Italian ski area in the Northern
Alps. Don’t forget to start heading back towards France by 3pm at
the latest!

Moving right along, around 2-3pm, jump on the local bus towards
‘Thermes de Pré Saint Didier’. First opened in 1826, the healing
waters come straight from the heart of the mountain and are a balmy
37°C. Experience the different pools, relaxation rooms, saunas, and
steam baths, all in a stunning setting in the heart of the mountains.
For the most greedy among you, an all-you-can-eat vegetarian buffet
with herbal teas, fruit, biscottini, and other delicious local specialities
is on offer. After a few hours in this thermal paradise, jump back on
the bus to the hotel where a 4-course dinner is waiting. Buona Notte!

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ALTISPA LA ROSIÈRE
A fantastic new health and wellness experience.
NEW FOR 2018
Unwind in a truly relaxing atmosphere at the new Altispa La Rosiere. Take in the stunning view,
enjoy a magic moment in the panoramic sauna, soothe tired muscles in the whirlpool, recharge the
soul with salt therapy, or sweat out that stress in the Japanese sauna. Need even more relaxation?
Let us tempt you with our extensive range of massages. Need to up the tempo? Try an energetic
Aquabike session. To relax and recharge, Altispa La Rosiere is an ummissable experience.

Tourist Office
+33 (0)4 79 06 80 51
www.larosiere.net

SPAS & MASSAGE SERVICES IN LA ROSIÈRE

Béatitude • In-chalet massage service

Massage Me • In-chalet massage service

beatitudenergie@gmail.com

info@massage-me.com

+33 (0)7 82 12 55 37

+33 (0)6 12 65 34 52

Massages Le Miravidi

L'Averne 73700 La Rosière

Relax’Session • In-chalet massage service

magvi@gmail.com

edesachymailbox-3@yahoo.com

+33 (0)6 72 79 06 83

+33 (0)6 49 83 94 57

Spa Les Balcons - By Thalgo

L'Averne 73700 La Rosière

Spa O des Cimes

L'Averne et le Centre 73700 La Rosière

spa.larosiere@les-balcons.com

info@odescimes.com

+33 (0)4 79 23 18 44

+33 (0)4 79 23 12 90 | +33 (0)4 79 00 36 05

www.les-balcons.com

www.cgh-residences.com

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A DELICIOUS DILEMMA
FRANCE VS ITALY

THE CONTENDERS
In the blue/red corner, the blueberry tart. Also known as an
Alpine Tart (a classic French dessert), this delicious blueberry
tart is a favourite with both young and old. Historically, the tart
was considered a winter dessert made with preserves from the
summer. Blueberries grow as high up as 2500m and therefore
quickly became a favourite of workers and shepherds in the
region. The perfect mix of sweet and crusty pastry and the twist
of slightly acidic ‘tart blueberries’ is a true delight!
In the red/green corner to our right we have the Tiramisu.
The grand star of Italian dessert; a creamy dessert, rich in
biscuits, with a strong coffee flavour and a generous dose of
chocolatey goodness. A real treat! The dessert was invented
in Tuscany during the 16th century. Duke Cosme the 3rd of
Médici discovered it during travels to Siena and declared it his
favourite dessert. He brought it back to the heart of Florence
and its popularity quickly spread all over Italy. The name
Tiramisu derives from the Italian phrase “tirami sù”, or “pick me
up” in English.

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BATTLE OF THE
DESSERTS
The dessert of choice from the Alps and the
unmissable Tiramisu: let the match begin!
• History: Multiple legends and a long standing
history: the Tiramisu takes the first point.
• Conservation: Several months for the blueberry
tart, but only a couple of days for the Italian
treat, so one for the tart. One all.
• Preparation: the Tiramisu might be quicker to
make but needs to rest for 8 hours before the
first bite. A point for the blueberry tart.
• Notoriety: The Tiramisu is probably one of
the most well-known desserts in Europe but
a blueberry tart can be found both in North
America and Asia: A draw!
• Taste: That’s up to you to decide! But why
choose? Blueberry tart with lunch and Tiramisu
with dinner sound great to us.

the Chef’s SECRET

TONY
La Traversette.

the Chef’s SECRET

MAURO
Pepita Café.

I cover the pie crust with a custard
mixed with ground almond and I let
the blueberries soak for a couple of
hours in cane sugar. The I spread the
syrup it makes onto the tart.

A FRENCH ALPINE CLASSIC

Bluberry Tart

‘Savoyard Biscuits’
They are dry ladyfingers.

A N I TA L I A N M A S T E R P I E C E

Tiramisu

RECIPE (SERVES 4)
By Tony, head chef at La Traversette on the slopes in La Rosière.

For the custard
• 4 egg yolks
• 130g caster sugar
• 250ml milk
• 1tsp vanilla extract
• 50g plain flour
1. Mix together with your fingers the flour, salt, baking powder, and
then roughly mix in the sugar.
2. Add the egg and combine all the mixture to make a ball.
3. Cover it with cling-film and put in the fridge for about 1 hour.
4. Roll out the pastry to and place in tart dish.
5. Heat the milk in a saucepan and add the vanilla extract. Beat the
egg yolk and sugar together and then beat in the flour. Pour the
hot milk slowly onto the egg, sugar and flour mixture, mix and
pour everything back into the saucepan. Allow to thicken without
stirring. Let it cool. Spread the custard on the bottom of the pastry.
6. Place the blueberries on custard and sprinkle with icing sugar.
7. Cook for 30 minutes at 180°.

1. Make your coffee and add the Ameretto.
2. Separate the egg whites and yolks.
3. Whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until your mixture is nice and
smooth. Then gradually stir in the mascarpone until the mixture is
completely blended.
4. Beat the egg whites until they’re nice and firm, and then delicately
fold them into the egg, sugar and mascarpone mixture.
5. Dip the biscuits into the coffee mixture (cover them, but make
sure they don’t become soggy) and line the bottom of your dish
with some of them.
6. Pour part of the mascarpone mixture over the biscuits and then
add another layer of biscuits on top. Keep adding different layers
of mascarpone mixture and biscuits. Top layer being mascarpone.
7. Sprinkle with cocoa powder.
8. Leave the Tiramisu in a cool place or preferably a fridge for at
least 8 hours until set.

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A RESORT
FOR CHILDREN & PARENTS

THE PETIT SAINT BERNARD FUNCROSS!

MARIE & DAVID CROCKET COURSE

New for Winter 2017/18. Due to it’s previous success, the Petit
Saint-Bernard has been made into a new XXL course. The Petit
Saint-Bernard Funcross is now 1000m long where the whole family
can join in with the fun. Follow the Saint-Bernard Dog themed course
where you will find new modules, tunnels and gongs. Use the Plan du
Repos chairlift to access the course.

Snowshoe walk and igloo-building. Duration: around 2.5 hours.
Snowshoe walk through the forest; examining animal tracks and
learning about animal life; learning about the different tree species;
igloo-building followed by a snack.

For more than just a ski lessons, this course has a more laid-back vibe
so that 13 to 17 year olds can have fun trying out different disciplines
and improving their technique. Groups are a max 8 per instructor,
and choose what they want to concentrate on (snowpark, boarder
cross, off-piste, snowboarding, etc.). For kids aged 7 to 12 with a
minimum level of bronze star there is also a group available.

A course for teenagers. Have fun, improve and try your hand at
freestyle and freeride! Learn all about skiing and the mountains so
that you can manage the risks involved. On Thursdays we organise a
full day skiing in Italy, with lunch in a restaurant. Places are limited
to a max 8. Equipment is included (helmet & off-piste equipment).

Your young children can learn to ski in The Yeti Park, Evolution 2’s
snow garden, where they will learn how to slide around on skis in a
safe, comfortable, fun environment.

“We are committed to making sure your children have a fantastic
holiday in the mountains, that they have fun in a safe environment,
make new friends and try a host of different activities: skiing, sledging,
snowman-making, snowshoeing, and much more. We also take the
parents into consideration by offering flexible childcare with a wide
range of options to fit around your plans: childcare with or without
skiing lessons for children aged 3 to 13, plus a Baby Club nursery
for little ones (from 18 months) for half-days or full days. At Les
Galopins you can also add a hot lunch and extra half-days to your
booking when in resort (subject to availability).

Les Galopins Kids’ Club has a team of lively, accommodating staff
to take care of your children and guarantee your peace of mind. To
ensure a place, we recommend you book before your arrival.”

FAMILIES
Here in La Rosière, catering for families is part of our DNA! We pay
great attention to the things that families and children need while on
holiday, as these small details make all the difference: a personalised
welcome, entertainment activities that cater for all ages and special
prices so that your whole family can really make the most of their holiday.
This attention to detail has earned the resort the Famille Plus classification,
meaning that is a family-approved resort.

IN RESORT

BOOK ON LINE

Make your life easier

Everything is ready for when you arrive

Les Galopins Kids’ Club - For children aged between 18 months and 13
years. A multitude of age-suitable activities (half-day or full day + hot
lunch options): early learning activities, outdoor games, arts and crafts,
entertainment activities, etc. Open from Sunday to Friday inclusive, from
8.45am to 5.15pm. One Kids’ Club in the Resort Centre and another in
Les Eucherts.

Ski passes - Save time and avoid the queues! If you buy your ski passes
online through La Rosière ski pass office, they will be delivered to
reception if you are staying in one of our partner residences (Cîmes
Blanches, Lodge Hemera, Le Refuge, Les Balcons de La Rosière,
Le Planica, Le Panoramic, Le Tyrol) or will be posted to your home
address.

Ski lockers - ESF La Rosière and the ski lift company have set up ski
lockers in the Maison du Ski building. Each locker is equipped with
a boot dryer and can hold equipment for a family of up to 5 people
(2 adults + 3 children). Ski School information and booking.

Groceries delivered to your accommodation.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

Ski lessons with the ESF or Evolution 2.

For good equipment
If you have hired your skis from a ski hire shop, they will let you change your
equipment during the course of the week.

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Meals prepared by a caterer for when you arrive.
Skiing equipment - Most of the resort’s ski hire shops offer an online
booking service. Your equipment is prepared and waiting for you when
you arrive.
Pushchairs and baby carriers - Family equipment hire (equipment
stored in Les Cîmes Blanches. Limited stocks available).
La Rosière Booking Office will help you organise your stay and get
more for your money: accommodation, ski passes, lessons, equipment,
bed linen and towels, baby equipment, meals prepared by a caterer,
etc.

SKIING WITH CHILDREN
• Skiing with children - ESF: 2 snow gardens

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•

THINGS TO TRY

Find more information about the activities see pages 16 & 23
• The Petit Trappeur trail - An ideal walk for your first time on snow
shoes. Map of the trail available from the Tourist Office.
• Ice rink - Located in Les Eucherts. Suitable for ages 4 and over.
• Bowling alley - Located in Les Eucherts. Suitable for ages 4 and
over.
• Paret - Traditional wooden sledge. Suitable for ages 8 and over,
depending on the child’s size.
• Ice hockey matches - Every Wednesday evening.
• Torch light descent every Monday at the snowfront in La Rosière
centre.
• Cinema - Located in Les Terrasses.
• Resort entertainment: The entertainment activities organised in
resort are shown in the weekly programme, which is available in
the resort’s shops, accommodation and Tourist Offices: snowmanmaking contests, Snow Challenge, sledging races, Panda Walk,
shows for children, and much more.
• The Snake Gliss

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•

•

AND FOR THE BABY!
• Fabienne, a qualified childcare assistant, will take
•
•

HEADING HOME
Waiting room and left luggage office in the Tourist Office in the
Resort Centre.

(Centre and Eucherts), choose the one closest
to your accommodation. Evolution 2: 1 snow
garden in the Resort Centre, but a minibus will
collect your children from Les Eucherts and
drop them back after their lesson.
3 free ski lifts for beginners - Dahu and Manessier
drag lifts plus Les Lutins magic carpet.
Petit Boarder - A taste of snowboarding for
children aged 4 to 7.
Petit Saint Bernard adventure trail - A fun
and educational slope through the forest for
budding skiers. Starts at the top of the Lièvre
Blanc drag lift. Suitable for 1 Star level and
above.
New for winter 2017/2018 - Petit Saint Bernard
Funcross, a new 1000m adventure trail piste for
all the family. The Saint-Bernard dog themed
decent has plenty of fun modules, tunnels,
gongs and more to enjoy. Use the Plan du Repos
chairlift to access the piste.
Junior Academy: Specially-designed for
teenagers, this course run by Evolution
2 enables young adults to improve their
technique on the slopes, try a bit of freestyle
and make tracks off-piste.
Family lessons with the ESF: Ski as a family with
your own private instructor and watch how your
children progress.

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•

care of your children in your accommodation.
Contact for info. 06 68 30 98 22.
Baby changing - Public toilets next to the
Tourist Office in the Centre and Les Eucherts.
Baby changing - Public toilets in the
Maison du Ski, on the same floor as the
ski pass office and the same floor as
the ESF office.
Minor injuries: A first aid kit is available for use
in the Tourist Office in the Resort Centre and
Les Eucherts. The pharmacy is located in Les
Terrasses shopping centre.
Pushchairs, baby sledges and baby carriers
can be hired from many of the resort’s ski hire
shops (Arpin Sport/Sport 2000, Colette Sport,
La Grange à Skis, Olympic Sports, Intersport
Centre and Les Eucherts and le Comptoir de
La Rosière).

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NEW 2018
35 *

€

FIRST TRACKS VIP
For those early risers

Between 7.30 & 9am the slopes are reserved just for
you. Join La Rosière’s instructors, ski patrollers & resort
managers who will share with you their experiences and
knowledge of the mountain, to experience the privilege
of enjoying the freshly groomed slopes before everyone
else. A whole 1.30 hours before the lifts even open. At
9am you will enjoy a hearty breakfast on the slopes at
the l’Antigel restaurant.
* For terms & conditions, and to book your place, please
contact La Rosière booking office.

ADVENTURE
La Rosière is a resort full of surprises! Feel like a VIP as
you explore the awe-inspiring off-piste playground.
Take to the skies in a speed-riding session from the Fort
and soar down the mountain face like an eagle! You can
also make the most of one of the Alps’ most stunning
snowkiting sites, on the Petit Saint Bernard pass! There’s
plenty to get your adrenaline flowing in the Espace San
Bernardo!

The Zittieux “Snow Cross”, a non-groomed but secured off-piste area,
offers competent skiers the opportunity to discover the feeling of
freedom that you get when heading off-piste. It goes without saying
that all users should be equipped with a shovel, probe and avalanche
transceiver, and should consult the ski patrol before setting out
to check the conditions. Why not give it a try? Seek advice from a
professional in order to enjoy these activities in safety!

SKI TOURING
Skiers who like a challenge - whether that means a quest for an
untouched slope, tackling a peak, taking part in a competition or simply
keeping fit - should give ski touring a try! To get the most out of your ski
touring adventure, it’s best to go with a mountain professional.

3 SECURE SKI TOURING TRAILS
Learn or improve your ski touring technique
Ski touring and free touring are riding high! La
Rosière is tapping into this trend by creating three
permanent touring trails close to the marked slopes.
Generally, people go ski touring in sites that are not
joined to a resort, so the idea is to provide a place
where ski touring fans can try out the discipline or
train, while making them aware of the risks involved.
Parcours de l'Hermine
Les Ecudets (Séez)
+ 754m

La Rosière
from 9am to 8pm

Parcours à Serge
Les Eucherts
+ 488m

Roc Noir
from 9am to 5pm

Parcours du Roc
La Rosière Centre
+ 483m

Roc Noir
de 9h à 17h

25 (1)

€

TRY YOUR HAND AT MUSHING!
TUESDAY TOURING TASTERS!
The resort’s qualified instructors will teach you the
different techniques of this discipline, which is enjoying a
surge in popularity: how to attach the “skins” to your skis,
the switchback technique to help you climb, safety tips,
etc. An evening taster session lasts around two hours,
including a Savoyard snack to boost your energy!
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Including tuition and equipment

Like an arctic explorer!

Treat yourself to a magical ride on a dog sled! Either settle down and enjoy being driven or take the reins and learn to steer your own team of
dogs! Places are limited, so we strongly recommend booking in advance.

Instruction
Want to improve your skiing this winter?
Take a few ski lessons with one of the
excellent ski schools to help you get the
most out of your time on the slopes.

With offices and meeting points in La Rosière Centre and Les Eucherts,
the ESF offers a wide variety of tuition options for all ages and abilities.
Whatever your chosen snow sport or level, the ESF will help you
improve your technique as you have fun.
Situated at La Rosière Centre and Eucherts
+33 (0)4 79 06 81 26
info@esflarosiere.com
www.esflarosiere.com

SKI EVOLUTION 2

Evolution 2, much more than just a ski school. Whatever your
level and expectations, our instructors are on hand to share their
enthusiasm and knowledge with you. Whether you are looking for a
group course or one-on-one tuition, we have something to suit you.
Situated at La Rosière Centre and Eucherts
+33 (0)4 79 40 19 80
contact@evolution2larosiere.com
www.evolution2larosiere.com

INDEPENDENT INSTRUCTOR
Skiing and snowboarding lessons: in just a few hours you will be whizzing
down the mountain in style thanks to the international Ski School!

+33 (0)6 11 88 22 85
kite.surf.ski@gmail.com
www.kite-surf-ski.com

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ACTIVITIES
LE PARET

PARAGLIDING

A paret is a small wooden sledge with just one blade which was used
as a way of getting to school at the beginning of the 20th century. Take
the last lift up and race down the mountain on your paret as the slopes
close, accompanied by an instructor!

Have you ever dreamt of soaring like an eagle over Alpine forests and
mountain chalets ? Your dream can become a reality when you go
paragliding, for breathtaking aerial views of the surrounding peaks.
Accompanied by an instructor and safely fastened into your harness,
all you have to do is take a few steps and soar into the air to enjoy the
scenery: pure delight!

Ecole de Ski Evolution 2

Darentasia - Parapente

Old school sledging!

Both in summer and in winter!

+33 (0)4 79 40 19 80

+33 (0)6 12 10 32 42

contact@evolution2larosiere.com

contact@darentasia.com

www.evolution2larosiere.com

www.darentasia.com

SNAKE GLISS

SNOWKITING

A fun way to speed down the slopes with friends and family. The sledges are assembled together to form a snake. One instructor for up to
11 joined sledges. Take the last chairlift up at 4.30pm. Minimum age
10 years. Helmet recommended. Ski or pedestrian pass needed. Don’t
forget your ski clothing & snow-boots!

Thanks to its even winds and guaranteed snow cover at an altitude of
2,200m, the Petit Saint Bernard pass is an ideal spot for snowkiting.
Snowkiting, or kiteskiing, is your free personal and ecological ski-lift.
Using only wind power, you can cruise on flat grounds, and even ride
uphill pulled by your kite. It’s a unique, three-dimensional way to have
fun or your skis or snowboard!

Ecole du Ski Français

San Bernardo Snowkite

In single file!

Petit Saint-Bernard pass

+33 (0)4 79 06 81 26

+33 (0)6 29 48 02 18

info@esflarosiere.com

contact@ecole-snowkite.fr

www.esflarosiere.com

www.ecole-snowkite.fr

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ICE RINK
LES EUCHERTS
The 360m2 indoor ice rink is located in Les Eucherts, La Rosière’s ice rink provides hours of fun for all ages! Just skate around at will or join one
of Pat’s skating lessons, ice parties (ages 4 to 9) or ice hockey tasters. Open all winter from 3pm to 7.30pm and in the evening during the French
school holidays from 8.30pm to 10.30pm. As it’s indoors the rink is the perfect place to be when the weather outside isn’t perfect or for a fun
alternative activity during your holiday.

ICE SKATING

ICE HOCKEY GAMES

Have fun gliding around La Roisere’s ice rink located in Les Eucherts.
There are several sessions available for all ages and levels: free session,
sliding & balance lessons, introduction to hockey for 4-9 year olds, and
the ice garden. Skates are available (sizes 25 to 47), helmets are provided.
Toddlers can learn to skate too on double blade skates which their shoes
fit into.

A different way to enjoy the mountains
The Petit Trappeur trail is a great way for you and your children to take your first steps on snowshoes in safety. The trail starts half way along
the forest footpath and follows a marked path up through the trees, where you can look for animal footprints in the snow. Safe, fun and
highly original, snowshoeing is a great activity for all the family! Maps of La Rosière’s footpaths are available at La Rosière Tourist Office.
If you fancy going further afield, why not join one of the snowshoe walks organised by the resort’s professionals? In a small group, you will be
shown a side of La Rosière and its villages that you have never seen before! Snowshoe walks of various intensities suitable for everyone, so that
you can have fun while exploring the area.

Bureau Montagne Haute Tarentaise

Ski Evolution 2

Ecole du Ski Français

+33 (0)4 79 06 88 37 • +33 (0)6 62 19 19 76

+33 (0)4 79 40 19 80

+33 (0)4 79 06 81 26

gregoryhenry@bbox.fr

contact@evolution2larosiere.com

info@esflarosiere.com

www.bureau-montagne-haute-tarentaise.com

www.evolution2larosiere.com

www.esflarosiere.com

BOWLING

CINEMA

Lace up for a fun filled game of bowling with friends and family,
including young children. Pool table, table football and pinball
machines also available for extra fun.

Located in the Terrasses neighbourhood, two comfortable
auditoriums showing the latest films.

Get ready to shred!
SKI WEAR
Comfort, warmth and breathability are
all vital features of ski clothing. We’ve all
experienced days being too hot or too cold,
and the right gear can definitely help.
Generally speaking, it’s a good idea to
wear three layers of clothing: A base layer
should be warm and breathable; the
second should provide insulation; and the
third should protect you from the cold,
wind and humidity.

THE SUN

Skin protection is
absolutely essential at
altitude. Protect your
whole family’s skin with a
high protection sunscreen
like Tingerlaat SPF50+.

La Rosière is famous for it’s south facing
slopes with sunshine from morning until
evening, keeping you warm and boosting
your vitamin D!
Always wear googles or sunglasses to
protect your eyes. Ask for advice in the
sports shops to ensure that your eye-wear
has suitable UV protection for a mountain
environment.

SKI BOOTS
You can find a selection of
official La Rosière - Espace
San Bernardo items to buy
at the Tourist Office.

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Take your time to choose the right size boot
with expert advice, especially for children,
who often insist on boots that are too big.
Wear a good pair of technical socks (and
never wear two pairs on top of each other!)
Although some are more rigid than others,
your boots should be comfortable while
keeping the foot and ankle stable.

HELMET
Helmets are not just for
children! We strongly
recommend that everyone
wears a helmet on the
slopes, whatever your age.

THE RIGHT EQUIPMENT
Choosing equipment for your level of skiing
is essential. The experts at all the shops in La
Rosière are happy to help with tips and advice,
so don’t hesitate to pop in and have a chat.

SKIS
Choose a pair that is adapted to your
preferred style of skiing; groomers,
off-piste, slalom, freestyle, etc.
Ideally, they should be simultanously
fun to ski and forgiving enough to
make progress easy.

IN THE BAG
Don’t forget to take a bottle of water,
some tissues and a snack like dried fruit
or a cereal bar.
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VILLAGES

Formerly mountain pastures
The resort of La Rosière is built upon areas of
Alpine pasture dotted with high-altitude rustic
chalets. The resort has been developed gradually,
primarily by the inhabitants of Montvalezan and its
villages.
Unlike other resorts in the area, La Rosière’s
development has been spread over many years,
meaning that the resort has preserved its unique
atmosphere and has managed to ensure that its
new buildings blend into the Alpine setting.

SKI BUSES
J. GAIDET

The benefits of shared transport
Every 15 minutes, you can catch a bus to
the slopes or back to your accommodation.
This ski bus network, which serves the
neighbourhoods of Les Eucherts, L’Averne,
Le Gollet, Le Centre and La Maison du Ski
as well as the Campsite (specific timetable).

BUS ROUTES

Seez - La Rosière. Montvalezan - La Rosière.

Rosière-La Rosière/ La Rosière-Séez:
1 journey a day each way
Montvalezan-La Rosière/ La Rosière-Montvalezan:
Many journeys a day
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SUSTAINABLE

DEVELOPMENT
A re-turfing is done after any work on
the slopes to preserve the flora, prevent
terrain movements and of course to give
our cows something to graze on. La Rosière
has obtained the 2 flower label from the
“Villes et Villages Fleuris” - Towns and
villages in bloom, which reward sustainable
development in villages as well as the
quality of life and attractiveness of the
town.

A protected area for grouse has been
set up near the “Bout de la route” path,
their favorite spot to take shelter during
the winter. Devices are also installed
systematically on cables to improve
visibility.

La Rosière was one of the first communes
to adopt underground containers for
recycling. Today 29 recycling spots are
present in resort. To keep the pistes clean,
pocket ashtrays are given out free of charge
at the ticket offices, chair lifts, ski patrol
huts and the tourist office. A day of picking
up litter is also organised at the end of
each winter season, in partnership with the
Mountain Riders association.

The buildings of La Rosière are constructed
using traditional materials to protect and
maintain its village charm. An agreement
has been put in place between the ski
area in the summer and the farmers to
divide the use of the pastures intelligently
between tourists and agriculture. Obsolete
structures are removed as necessary so
that nature may return to its original state

The ski area of La Rosière is certified
ISO 140001, which are criteria for
environmental
management.
An
environmental observatory unit has
also been put in place to assemble and
centralise all information as well as
participating in decisions regarding the
resort’s environment. Energy consumptions
are controlled with modern installations
that are rigorously maintained.

BUILDING PROJECTS
NEW PROJECTS THAT BLEND SEAMLESSLY IN WITH THE VILLAGE SPIRIT
Open winter 2017-18

I’m 25 years old and I am a freeskier from La Rosière. My mother
started me on skis at a young age, and once she saw I was
comfortable and attracted by the challenges and rewards of
freestyle skiing, it all grew from there. Succeeding in freestyle
skiing means an enormous investment in time and energy, and
it’s important to be available for sponsors and media as well as
shooting as much film footage and photography as possible to
create quality content. After a few years of competition at the
World Cup level, I focused more and more on content creation,
and have been filming and releasing ski movies with my own
production company, JE-Films. I’ve been lucky to shoot with great
riders both around the world and here at home, and always enjoy
coming back home to the snow, sunshine, and good times of La
Rosière, as well as my favourite the spot : Le Fort.

LOCAL

HEROES
La Rosiere helps nurture and
encourage young talents to
fulfil their dreams, thanks
to
collaborations
between
Montvalezan Town Council,
the lift company, the ESF, the
electric company, the Ski Club
and the Tourist Office. In return,
these champions act as resort
ambassadors, sharing photos and
videos of La Rosière and helping
a wider audience to discover the
resort. During the winter, when
they have time off from competing
or filming, you might see Julien,
Nathan or Luighi out on the
resort’s slopes. La Rosière is their
playground; they learned to ski on
its slopes and were all members of
the La Rosière Ski Club.

NATHAN GAIDET

Freestyle skier,
member of the
French Slopestyle
team, many film
segments in 2016

LUIGHI ROTTIER

Freerider,
No.2 in the French
Freeride World
Qualifier, winner of
the Saint Foy stage

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I’m a 22 year old freeskier. My grandparents and parents are
all from La Rosière, so you could say I have a bit of the resort in
my blood! I love being able to ski across the border into Italy,
especially because the cuisine is amazing: My favourite dishes
are pasta with pesto and pizza with goat cheese & honey - crazy
good! Other than the food, the other amazing things about La
Rosière are the perfect snow conditions and constant sunshine.
The Freeski Playoffs, the big freestyle event here in La Rosière, has
really become the one unmissable event out of all the resorts in
the area. If you can’t make it, make sure you check out the media
coverage, and at the very least snag some of the cool branded
socks. On powder days, you’ll find me in the Ecudets forest with
Julien, Luighi, David, Jules, Max, Aristide, and Romain, or hitting
up our other favourite spots like the Moulins face or Zittieux ridge.

I’m 25 years old and was born in nearby Bourg Saint Maurice.
I started my ski career in downhill racing, but at age 17 I decided
to shift my focus to my true passion, freeride. To me, big mountain
freeride skiing offers an opportunity to enjoy the entire mountain
with no limits or constraints. One of my favourite memories is a crisp
morning in the Ecudets forest, with 100cm of fresh Champagne
powder: It was so perfect and light it felt like I was flying, not skiing.
My secret spots in La Rosière are dotted throughout the mountain,
and I like hiking and skinning to access terrain that’s a little off the
beaten path and to find the best snow. La Rosière is where I grew
up, where my friends and memories are, and where I come back
to recharge. Having skied all over the planet, I’m proud that La
Rosière has managed to keep it’s soul and authenticity.

GOALS FOR THE SEASON

Produce a skiing film, like
I do every year. Take part
in and develop the Freeski
Playoffs further. Take part
in photo shoots for skiing
magazines.

GOALS FOR THE SEASON

Continue on the slopestyle
world cup circuit, promote
the resort through various
video projects especially a
backcountry film, take part
in events like the Freeski
Playoffs and Farniente
Banked Slalom.

GOALS FOR THE SEASON

Enter the professional
Freeride World Tour. Enjoy
myself while showcasing the
best freeride and freerando
spots in my photos and video
segments.

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Yvonne, where were you born?
In Châtelard in 1949 at our family home, we were 6 brothers and
sisters. I still live in the same house. All local families at the time had
around 10 children each.
What was Châtelard, La Rosière like when you were young?
All the kids spent time together, there were no social barriers
between us kids. We didn’t have much but we were happy; we skied,
went sledging and prepared our own slopes! On Sundays we walked
down to Montvalezan for mass, bought bread and walked back up.
But that wasn’t all, in the afternoons we took our skis and hiked up to
Les Eucherts just to ski back down. It was wooden skis that we waxed
with soap. In school all the kids between 5 and 14 years were in the
same class and all the kids from the valley knew each other. We all
got together for the village festivals, for sports and competitions. Up
to this day we still meet up at the “Fête des Clarines” or the “Fête des
Bergers”, two local festivals.
What was your childhood dream?
I wanted to be a ski racing champion. I started competing at the age
of 8, my brothers took me with a 2CV so that I could participate in
races at Peisey-Vallandry, St Martin de Belleville and Sainte Foy. We
didn’t have a coach at the time but set our own race courses.
What about your career then, what did you end up doing?
In 1956, when I was 16, I started my ski instructor training and I
obtained the diploma in 1970. At the time, very few women taught
skiing. I worked as a ski instructor in the winter and as a school
secretary in the summer. I retired in 2015 when one of my old
students told me that he was about to become a grand father for the
third time…
Do you feel that ski instructing has evolved since you started out?
Yes, mainly in terms of equipment and teaching methods. You used
to start learning to ski at age 5, now we have children as young as 3.
The number of students per group was also higher then.
Do you have children yourself?
Yes, two. My son Joël made skiing into a career, he even won a silver
medal in giant slalom at the Turin Olympics. Now he’s a coach for
the French women’s team. My daughter Katy competed at Europa
cup level and then coached the ski club in Courchevel. She has
since come back to La Rosière to teach for the ESF ski school. We are
about 20 instructors all together in the family.
What are the qualities you value the most?
Authenticity, simplicity and real connections.

YVONNE CHENAL
“We waxed our wooden skis with soap”

How did you relate to the tourists that came to the area?
When I was young and the first tourists from Paris arrived, we were
skeptical and curious at the same time. We kept our distance at first
and then slowly started making real connections. Once the trust was
there, it couldn’t be broken.
How do you unwind?
A solo hike through the mountains, stopping only to enjoy a nice
meal with a view!

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THE ART OF

Chocolate
We met up with Stephane Collomb, who is both the director of the La
Thuile tourist office as well as Chocolat, an artisanal chocolate boutique.

How did the story of Chocolate begin?
My father, who is from La Thuile himself, was working as a chef when a
medical condition stopped him from continuing his work. We explored
other options so that he would be able to go back to work and in the end we
decided to open up an artisanal chocolate boutique. I was 14 years old at
the time.
Where did you learn the trade?
I’ve been trained as a pastry chef in Italy and France by some of the greatest
chefs out there.
Your chocolate boutique has an amazing reputation, how did you
achieve this?
In 2009, La Thuile obtained the title “La Città del Ciocolatto”, the city
of chocolate which really helped establish our reputation. Every 2 years
in august we organise the Chocolate Festival. It’s a 3-day event where
professional chocolateers gather and explore new flavours. In 2015, we were
invited to participate at the universal EXPO Milan.
Are there any specialties in La Thuile?
In our shop it is the Tometta. It’s a dome shaped chocolate with toasted and
caramelised hazelnuts. Over at the La Crèmerie pastry shop it is the 1441
cake, that has taken its name from the altitude of La Thuile. It is a cake made
with ladyfingers, chocolate and a chocolate-hazelnut ganache.

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The Freeski Playoffs is one of the highlights of the
winter season. Some of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best riders attempt
to outdo each other in breathtaking displays of
acrobatics, launching themselves over a huge jump
created at the bottom of the slopes. Each skier will
compete against another skier from the opposite team
and the loser will be eliminated until one skier remains
to win the competition.
A fun atmosphere, music, cheerleaders and plenty of
style, a spectacular event not to be missed!
The competition will take place in March 2018, so keep
an eye out on our Facebook page, exact dates will be
announced a few weeks before the event.

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BACKSTAGE WEEK
16th au 23rd December 2017
If you are itching to get out onto the slopes, make the most of the
early snowfall in La Rosière and take a look behind the scenes of the
resort thanks to your VIP pass. You can go on a tour of the snow factory, ride around the ski area on a slope grooming machine, open the
slopes with the ski patrol, prepare your skis with a professional technician and step into the shoes of a cinema projectionist!
From €215/person for the week. Offer subject to conditions. Visit
reservation.larosiere.net for information and bookings..

CHRISTMAS FOREST
23rd to 30th December 2017
Step into the Christmas Forest and explore the kingdom of Santa’s
elves! A unique Christmas experience that is sure to awaken your
inner child! Take part in our Christmas activities and win a host of great
prizes. Prices start from €982 per family, including accommodation +
6-day Espace San Bernardo ski pass (2 adults + 2 children. For more
information and terms & conditions visit reservation.larosiere.net.

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FREERIDE JUNIOR TOUR
17th March 2018
A stage of the Freeride Junior Tour will be held in La Rosière
in March 2018. Male and female skiers and snowboarders
aged 14 to 17 will make tracks down the north face of the
Fort de la Redoute Ruinée. An unforgettable event offering
guaranteed thrills, with the best junior riders vying with
each other to clinch the title of French Champion (Freeride
Junior Tour).

MUSIFOLIZ (MUSIC DAYS)
April 2018
A festive week of skiing and music offer a great way to enjoy your
week in La Rosiere. Enjoy some great late season snow, and take
advantage of those long sunny spring days with a stop at the
various partner restaurants in the resort to take in the music
and fun. Let the good times roll!

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SPECIAL OFFER

AL DENTE
PROMO

20th January to 10th February 2018
from 10th to 17th March 2018
and from 24th March to 7th April 2018

Sign up for a challenging timed cycle race from Seez to La Rosière
which will take you through charismatic villages offering exceptional
views of the Tarentaise Valley. Record set by Yoann SERT in 40 mins
42 seconds

A traditional village ‘wood & bells’ themed. The programme for
the day includes a woodcutting competition, chainsaw sculpture
demonstrations, traditional alpine music, a parade, stalls and much
more. Fun for all the family!

TRAIL DE LA ROSIÈRE

FESTIVAL VENT D’EST

Experience La Rosière’s stunning views of the Haute-Tarentaise and
Mont Blanc while participating in this trail race. Choose from 40km,
22km, 15km or 5km trail routes.

A festival celebrating Russian music, singing and theatre. A festival
that welcomes an array of wonderful Russian artists: musicians,
singers, dancers, and more. This year, the festival is celebrating its
16th anniversary!

WELLNESS DAYS
This takes place over 4 days where you can enjoy some pampering
while on your holiday by learning about osteopathy, yoga,
reflexology and massage from qualified osteotherapists, herbalists
and natropaths.

Saint Bernard dogs from all over the region are returning to
their mountain roots to be admired by visitors of all ages. Walks,
entertainment activities, souvenir photos and dog show.

FESTIVAL ARTS DES CIMES
Drama, circus skills, street art, painting, dancing, creative
writing, singing, storytelling… A week full of artistic inspiration
to get your creative juices flowing! The “Art des Cîmes” festival
has been scaled up in recent years, with the aim of bringing the
performing arts up to the Alpine peaks!

RUGBY GOLF
The Rugby-Golf tournament is back for the second year running
which will end the summer season in style! The competition, which
takes place on the Golf of La Rosière, mixes the rules of Rugby and
Golf to create a fun new game.

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RECHARGE
YOUR SOUL

The mountains are an ideal feel-good destination in the summer! Take some time out and enjoy a peaceful holiday
at altitude. La Rosière is the perfect destination for recharging your batteries in peace, getting away from it all and
appreciating the mountains and everything they have to offer. Unlike any other resort, La Rosière gives its guests
the opportunity to discover two different cultures, French (Savoie) and Italian (Aosta Valley). In just half an hour
by car, you can be in La Thuile. Just like La Rosière, this village resort has something for everyone, from exploring
hiking trails to more sporting pursuits such as MTB, paragliding and rafting.

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2H

2H
ANNECY

CHAMONIX

VALLEE
D'AOSTE

MONT-BLANC

LAC
D'ANNECY

TUNNEL DU
MONT-BLANC

MAKE LA ROSIÈRE YOUR BASE

COURMAYEUR
1.5H

1H30

A perfect starting point to explore the region!

BEAUFORT

There are so many places you can visit using
La Rosière as your base: France and Italy,
Savoie and Haute-Savoie, mountains and
lakes, relaxation and hiking, and much more.
The Aosta Valley and its Italian charms are
less than 20 minutes’ drive away, or escape to
Annecy, the Venice of the Alps, which is less
than 100km away.

ALBERTVILLE
1H15

CORMET
DE ROSELEND

BOURG
SAINT MAURICE

1H45

1H30
AOSTE

LA THUILE
COL DU PETIT
SAINT-BERNARD

BARRAGE & LAC
DE ROSELEND

CHAMBERY

1H

LA ROSIÈRE

25 MIN
PARC DU
GRAND PARADIS

MOUTIERS
50 MIN
GRENOBLE

PARC DE
LA VANOISE

COL DE
L’ISERAN

2H

LA ROSIÈRE
Le Fort de la Redoute Ruinée (2 400m) is easily
accessible via the Roches Noires chairlift, which can
also be taken by pedestrians. Once at the top, drink
in the 360° views of the surrounding Alpine peaks.
Le Châtelard, which is well-known for its small
white St Michel chapel perched on the hill and its
former school, is the starting point for the School
children’s Trail.
Montvalezan et l’Eglise Saint Jean-Baptiste. A
Baroque church with a newly-renovated interior.
On sunny days, bask in the peace and quiet of its
gardens.

LEGENDARY MOUNTAIN PASSES NEARBY
The Petit Saint-Bernard pass, a historical passage between France &
Italy. The Iseran pass between the Tarentaise et Maurienne, a goal on
many cyclist’s lists. And finally the Beaufortain and Comet de Roselend
pass, famous for it’s hydroelectric dam.

LE MONT BLANC
In La Rosière, you are just 45 minutes’ drive from Courmayeur. Hop
on the SkyWay cable car followed by the Vallée Blanche cable car
and let yourself be transported quickly and easily to the stunning
Aiguille du Midi peak.

PATRIMOINE
The Saint-Pierre church or the Saint-Germain
mill, which can be accessed by road or via a
small hiking trail that overlooks the village of
Séez.

La Rosière has been a popular mountain biking destination
since 2011, catering for all levels of rider and for all ages.
Just like in the winter for Alpine skiing, all of the trails are
categorised by level, from the easiest blue trails up to the
most difficult black ones. The Roches Noires and Ecudets
chairlifts transport riders to the top of all the trails. La Rosière’s
MTB area, also known as the Bikezone is made up of five DH
(downhill) trails (1 blue, 2 red and 2 black) and five XC trails
(4 blue, 1 red, 1 black), from which you can drink in stunning
views of the Haute Tarentaise Valley, discover the charms
of Montvalezan’s quaint villages or adventure through the
emblematic Ecudets forest.
Some riders choose to explore the mountain biking trails on their
own, either on their own bike or on one they have hired in resort,
while others prefer to join a guided ride and benefit from tuition
provided by the resort’s qualified MTB instructors.

Cross-country mountain biking is often considered to be an elite sport, but nowadays anyone can ride off
the beaten track thanks to the advances made with regard to equipment and the appearance of electricallyassisted mountain bikes. A sport that was once reserved for experienced mountain bikers can now be enjoyed
by anyone, meaning that groups of different abilities can explore the mountain trails together. So, whether
you are an experienced rider or a Sunday cyclist, there is no excuse not to embark on an adventure around
La Rosière’s fantastic network of MTB trails!

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MTB school and rental Arpin Sport

MTB rental Intersport

+33 (0)4 79 06 81 21

+33 (0)4 79 06 81 58 |+33 (0)4 79 07 67 08

www.bike-larosiere.com

www.intersport-larosiere.com

Le Centre

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MTB rental Olympic Sport

MTB school and rental VTT Skimium

+33 (0)4 79 06 58 96 | +33 (0)4 79 06 88 37

+33 (0)4 79 00 61 55

www.olympicsports.fr

www.skimium.fr

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Le Centre

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ALPINE

C YC L I N G
COURSE

July 2018

This course is perfect for cycling enthusiasts
who wish to discover or improve their
mountain cycling while benefiting from
expert advice and enjoying the magnificent
surroundings of La Rosière. A Course taught by
professionals for knowledgeable cycling fans,
run by the Chambéry Cyclisme Formation, an
antechamber for the AG2R cycling team. There
will be a maximum of 10 people in each group
so that you will benefit from a more personal
tuition personalised to your needs. This course
will allow you to discover new routes, designed
by the CCF, which will surprise even the most
experienced mountain cyclist.

4 D AY S F R O M

€

550

Prices are per person per week and are shown as a guide only for summer 2017.
NB: Chambéry Cyclisme Formation, an antechamber for the AG2R cycling
team, brings to these two courses a wealth of expertise in coaching young
cyclists destined to join the world of professional cycling.

RISE TO
THE TOP
CYCLE TOURING IN SAVOIE
If you are looking to explore the mountain culture, La Rosière acts
as a gateway to Italy via the Petit Saint Bernard pass (2,188m),
offering exceptional, unhindered views over Italy’s Aosta Valley
and Mont Blanc. Fresh mountain air at its best!

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LA ROSIÈRE, A LAND MADE FOR BIKES
La Rosière is an ideal base from which you can explore the
neighbouring French and Italian mountain passes on a bike. It
boasts a variety of itineraries through the Alps as well as plenty
of roads that can be explored on pedal-powered or electricallyassisted bikes! In 2014 and 2015, the resort played host to a stage
of the Tour de l’Avenir and has now set its sights on hosting the
finish for one of the stages of the Tour de France. The resort has
developed a partnership with Chambéry Cyclisme Formation, a
centre which trains the rising stars of the cycling world and places
them in professional teams, such as AG2R La Mondiale.

TAKE A
SWING

GREEN FEE

Child

La Rosière-Espace San Bernardo is proud to have one of the
highest golf courses in Europe. The 9 hole course is situated
amongst the blueberries with breathtaking views across the
Haute-Tarentaise valley.

Adult

– 14 years

+ 14 years

€10.00

€20.00

The course can be thoroughly enjoyed by both beginners and
experiences players while enjoying magnificent views of Mount
Pourri and the Beaufortain Massif.
Tournaments are held throughout the summer and the Golf
school is open all summer where you can book tuition to perfect
your swing.

Children ages 6 to 12 can learn to play golf through the Club des
Galopins - €4 per child.

Club des Galopins Information & Booking

Adult

– 14 years

maximum 3 people

Information & Booking

+33 (0)4 79 06 89 67

+33 (0)6 09 86 53 21

info@esflarosiere.com

doug.blanchet@gmail.com

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Come explore the fantastic terrain surrounding
La Rosière, where you’ll find plenty of hiking tails
leading to many mountain lakes, villages and
mountain hamlets. There are also a number of
marked trails for you to enjoy which take anywhere
between 40 minutes to 6 hours to complete.

CONQUERING

PEAKS
HIKING AND MOUNTAINEERING
HIKING IDEA - The Fishermen’s Trail
A short walk to a secluded picnic spot by a babbling brook. Route starts at
the former school in Le Châtelard. Very easy. Go into Le Châtelard village.
Walk past the former school building and head towards Le Vaz. 60m uphill
climb, duration 40 minutes.

Set off to explore the many hiking trails and itineraries around
La Rosière, the Vanoise National Park and the Mont Blanc massif
with a qualified mountain guide.

TRAIL DE LA ROSIÈRE
For magnificent panoramic views of the Haute-Tarentaise and Mont-Blanc why not take part in the Trail
de La Rosière mountain running race. There are 4 different routes to choose from: 5km, 15km, 22 km or for
the most experienced 40km with a 3000m elevation over uneven terrain! For more information please visit
www.traildelarosiere.com

COMMITTMENT TO TRAIL RUNNING

La Rosière has decided to show its commitment to trail running by
becoming a partner of the Team Terre de Running, which includes:
Emmanuel David, Stéphanie Duc, Fabien Antolinos. They all
regularly train in La Rosière throughout the year.

SPRINT RACES UP LANCEBRANLETTE
A steep 3km hike up a 800m elevation

A race in which you pit yourself against the mountain, enjoy
the views and share your effort! These races are organised on
various Sundays in the summer and autumn.

HIKING & TRAIL RUNNING
With a mountain guide

PERMANENT TRAIL RUNNING ITINERARY
A 22km marked trail with an elevation of 1500m passing through La
Rosière’s surrounding villages. For the other routes please refer to
the GPX map at the Tourist Office or visit www.larosiere.net.

THE TRAIL DU PETIT SAINT-BERNARD
October 2018

The last high-altitude race of the season, 40km with an elevation
of 2250m, starting from the Petit Saint-Bernard pass and crossing
over 4 passes! For more information and to sign up visit www.
traildupetitsaintbernard.fr

Find out the best places to hike and run in the region with one
of the guides. Every summer, the Bureau Montagne Haute
Tarentaise organises hiking guiding & trail running courses for
beginners and improvers.

Priority access to activities like street golf, football, table
tennis, petanque (as per the weekly activity guide)
Discounts on many of the organised activities in La
Rosière and just over the border in Italy!
PER PERSON

The Activ’été pass will give you unlimited free access to the chairlifts
and ice-rink as well as access to other activities in and around La
Rosière. You will also receive discounts on other paid activities in La
Rosière and it’s surroundings all the way to Italy! You can buy your
passes online ready for your holiday or once you arrive in resort.

1 x gym admission or whirlpool admission at Espace
Forme (les Terrasses Building)
1 x bowling entry (not including shoe rental)
Priority access to activities like street golf, football, table
tennis, and petanque (as per the weekly activity guide)
Discounts on many of the organised activities in La
Rosière and just over the border in Italy!

For more information
+33 (0)4 79 06 83 92
reservation.larosiere.net

PER PERSON

79€
Prices are per person per week,
and are as a guide only for 2017

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SPORTS & ACTIVITIES

ARCHERY

TENNIS

Archery is a fun sport which requires precision and concentration.
There are courses offered for all levels by a qualified instructor, from
the age of 7. Equipment provided.

2 outdoor tennis courts overlooking the valley and the Mont Pourri.
An instructor is on hand to provide lessons and courses for all ages
and abilities.

For more information • Plan de l'Arc 73700 La Rosière

For more information
+33 (0)4 79 06 80 51

+33 (0)6 70 93 59 17

www.larosiere.net

PARAGLIDING

HORSE RIDING

Darentasia, an official FFVL school, offers paragliding tuition and
flights. From tandem flights to instructor-training, with courses to
suit all levels, come and soar over the stunning landscapes in safety!

A different way to learn about horses…and the mountain environment! Pony rides and lessons are available for all levels and ages.

Darentasia

For more information

Olympic Sports

+33 (0)6 12 10 32 42

+33 (0)4 79 06 88 37

+33 (0)6 19 46 48 44

contact@darentasia.com

contact@olympicsports.fr

poneyclub.touvabien@hotmail.fr

www.darentasia.com

www.olympicsports.fr

www.poneyclub-touvabien.fr

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AWAKEN
YOUR INNER CHILD

SUMMER IS FREE

at Le Club Des Galopins
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FREE *

FANTASTIC ACTIVITIES
For all ages
The Club des Galopins welcomes children
free of charge*. We have everything your
youngsters might want, meaning that you
all get a real holiday! A wide variety of
activities are organised throughout the
week, both indoors and outdoors: bowling,
meeting the St Bernard dogs, baking a cake,
picking blueberries, golf taster and much
more...

*Subscriptions and activities are free of charge subject to availability (60). A small supplement is
required for some activities.

Thanks to this pass, your teens will be able to spend their holiday
hanging out with their new friends and enjoying a wide range of
activities and entertainment, under the supervision of a qualified
professional. The Pass’Ado is a passport to freedom for youngsters
aged 13 to 17 and peace of mind for their parents! MTB taster,
adventure golf, football tournament, ice hockey taster, bowling,
table tennis...and a whole host of other activities, according to our
staff’s talents (non-exhaustive list, subject to change).

PRICES*
Week

Day(1)

€135.00

€35.00

(1)

Supplement of €15 for MTB

*Prices are a guide only for summer 2017

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Craftmanship
and heritage
CHAT WITH GILLES MAITRE, WOODWORKER IN LE CHATELARD
Can you tell me a bit about your trade?
I’ve been a self-employed artisan since 1988. I work as a carpenter all
year round, but I also help to clear the snow and maintain the resort’s
footpaths, mainly because I enjoy working in a team from time to
time. In summer, my son works with me and my wife takes care of the
paperwork.
What made you choose this trade?
Woodwork allows me to make a living from my passion. At age 5 or
6, I was already playing about with bits of wood so I enrolled for a
vocational qualification in woodwork, which cemented my love of the
subject and my desire to make it my profession. In 1988, I became
self-employed and worked all around the Haute Tarentaise Valley.
Nowadays, I only take jobs in Montvalezan and the resort of La
Rosière.
My job almost exclusively involves house interiors: I make stairs, wooden cladding, handrails for balconies, furniture, etc. I’m often in my
workshop, which is underneath my house, preparing pieces, cutting logs, planing wood down, drying it. My workshop is very constricted because
of the mountain environment and the road, but I wanted to it stay on the mountainside and in the heart of the village so that I could maintain a
connection with mountain craftsmanship, with the people. My machines are fairly new, but I would rather stay close to my roots than move to a
larger, more spacious workshop on a trading estate.
What kind of people do you work for?
Most of my clients are the owners of holiday homes, and in recent years I’ve worked a lot on renovating chalets and apartments, which represents
about 3/4 of my activity.
What’s your connection with the resort?
The resort is an important financial vehicle for local people. Its gradual, perhaps even slow, touristic development has enabled us to avoid any
big mistakes but has also allowed the inhabitants of Montvalezan to be involved in this development. I’ve watched La Rosière expand - my father
laid the foundations for the chalets in Le Gollet - and I’ve also worked for the ski lift company. Today, I’m delighted to see that the younger
generations are choosing to stay in the area and are settling here. It’s a real asset.
Much more than just a job, it’s a way of life…
I have a fascinating trade. It’s a family-run business, I’ve stayed close to my origins [Gilles was born in La Combaz] and I am helping to preserve
this authenticity. I’m currently renovating the roof of my daughter’s house in the traditional style. For me, it was second nature to decorate the
joists with the owner’s initials and the date the joists were fitted, just like our ancestors did.

BAROQUE ART
Look round the St Jean-Baptiste church in Montvalezan
Montvalezan, the commune that incorporates the resort of La
Rosière, boasts a wealth of cultural heritage for those who seek to
explore it. Stop off in Montvalezan to look round its 17th century
Baroque church, where you can admire the coats of arms, altarpiece
and golden or multi-coloured wood. In summer 2015, the town
council unveiled the newly-repainted church, which has given the
chapel a breath of fresh air and showcases the Baroque paintings
on the pillars and arches. Enjoy a relaxing walk around the church’s
peaceful gardens. The church is not open at all times. Please see the
Tourist Office for information about the opening dates and times.
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THE ARPIN WOOL MILL
Anniversary

200
years

LIVING HERITAGE
The venture began in 1817 with the creation of the Arpin family workshop (Jean-Baptiste and Alexis) in the commune of Séez, on the
banks of the Torrent du Versoyen, a stream that provided the workshops with electricity. Since then, the manufacturing process of their
wool has barely changed: men and machines continue to perform the ancestral techniques that have made the wool mill famous for over
nearly two centuries and more than eight generations. Originally, the Arpin textiles were used to make shelters for Alpine expeditions,
for example the expedition led by Victor Amédée II de Savoie across the Petit-Saint-Bernard pass. With the development of mountain
tourism and as the populations moved higher up the mountain, the Arpin wool mill began to design robust, comfortable, hard-wearing
and waterproof textiles (Bonneval cloth) that were quickly adopted by the guides who led the first Himalayan and Polar expeditions
(Paul-Emile Victor expedition). Closer to home, for the Albertville Winter Olympic Games in 1992, the mill made blankets and jackets
for the Olympic Committee.

METICULOUS DESIGN
The type of wool used is vital in the manufacture of textiles. It
comes exclusively from sheep living in the pastures of the four
surrounding valleys: Tarentaise, Beaufortain, Maurienne and Aosta.
This wool then undergoes a specific and religiously-choreographed
procedure: selection, manual sorting, washing, dyeing, carding,
spinning, weaving, cleaning. In total, no fewer than 24 steps are
required in order to make Drap de Bonneval, Etoffe de Séez, Tissus
des Alpes, Muletière and Toile des Aravis woollen cloths.

Guided tours of the mill are organised in July and August:
Monday to Friday at 10:30am, 1:30 pm, 2:45pm and 4:00pm.
Prices: 5 €/ad and 3 €/under 12. From December 1st,
please check with the Tourist Offices of Séez and Bourg Saint
Maurice for organizing your visit.

HERITAGE IN THE SPIRIT OF THE TIMES
Ever since its creation, the Arpin Wool Mill has made textiles suited
to the harsh mountain climate. Today, this company has managed
to diversify its activity into interior decoration and fashion, creating
resolutely modern clothing using ancestral textile art.
The Arpin Wool Mill is classed as an “Entreprise du Patrimoine
Vivant” (Living Heritage Company). This recognises the work the
company has put in to preserve the ancestral methods, machines
and production in France. And all this, just a stone’s throw away from
La Rosière, in Séez!

At an altitude of 2,188m, the Petit-Saint-Bernard pass or Colle del Piccolo
San Bernardo marks the border between France and Italy. In summer, it can
be accessed via La RosiĂ¨re by car, bike or on foot, and in winter can only be
reached on skis via the Espace San Bernardo ski area. When you go through
the pass you cannot help but be moved by the beauty of the landscapes,
and soon learn that the site has been an important venue for some historic
events.

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PETIT-SAINT-BERNARD HOSPICE
Thanks to its cross-border position, the pass has been considered
a strong strategic foothold since earliest Antiquity: a site for
discussions, a site for conflicts, and also a site for storms.
It was back in the 11th century that Saint Bernard de Menthon,
under the tutelage of the Aosta Valley, had the Petit-Saint-Bernard
hospice built. A hospice was a religious house that welcomed in
pilgrims. Over the years, the building has suffered greatly at the
hands of history and the climate.
In 1993, an association created by Jean-Luc Penna – the current
Mayor of Séez – put the wheels in motion to restore the Hospice.
A collaborative project run by this association, the interconnected
communities of the Haute Tarentaise, the department of Savoie, La
Thuile and the Ordre Mauricien led to the restoration of the building.
Since 2014, the building has recovered its original mission as a place
providing hospitality, although pilgrims have now been replaced by
hikers, tourists and other travellers who choose to eat or spend the
night in this building steeped in history. The Hospice also houses a
tourist information point, providing information and documentation
about the Haute Tarentaise, as well as temporary exhibitions.
The Petit-Saint-Bernard Hospice is managed by Grégory Henri.

THE SAINT BERNARD DOG
Their distant origins have been blurred over the years, but these
dogs undoubtedly originated in Asia, as descendants of the Tibetan
Mastiff. Gifted with a natural instinct for rescuing and guarding, they
have an easy-going character and are great with children. Because of
their size, they need a lot of space and like to spend a lot of time with
their owner. Every day, these dogs eat between 750 g and 1 kg of dog
food! A huge but adorable canine.
Adopted by monks in the 17th century to act as guard dogs on the
Grand-Saint-Bernard pass, Saint Bernard dogs were soon trained
to rescue travellers. In 1963, on the Petit-Saint-Bernard pass, Mr.
Clément set up home in La Chanousia to breed these dogs. But the
difficult weather conditions pushed him to accept an invitation from
Jean and Hélène Arpin to stay at the Relais du Petit-Saint-Bernard
(La Rosière), where he continued to breed dogs.

LA ROSIÈRE: HOME OF THE ST. BERNARD !
In addition to being the home of several of these majestic dogs,
every year (on the 1st weekend in August) La Rosière organises the
Saint Bernard Dog Rally. Between 40 and 80 dogs travel to the
resort to take part in this two-day celebration of the breed.

Today, in La Rosière, you can meet the resort’s Saint Bernard dogs,
which are an integral part of the village’s iconography and history.
Goya from Chalet Accroche Coeur, Boréal and Cybèle (opposite
the Relais du Petit-Saint-Bernard and whom you can accompany on
walks organised by the association in winter), and newcomers Loyd
(who lives at the Hospice) and Lilou, often walking around resort.

For more information
www.larosiere.net

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BELLA ITALIA
AN ITALIAN ADVENTURE

Just 8km from La Rosière, the Petit-Saint-Bernard pass is a
gateway to Italy. In just a few minutes, you are immersed into
a completely different culture and environment! The Aosta
Valley has many charms: La Thuile, the Ruitor waterfalls, the Pré
Saint Didier thermal baths, Italian gastronomy, Courmayeur,
the Roman ruins… So many amazing things to discover! Keen
mountaineers have a wealth of hiking trails to explore in the
shadow of Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn, starting in Courmayeur.

History lovers can admire the megalithic site of Saint-Martin-de
Corléans, the Arch of Augustus, Aosta’s Roman town gates, its Roman
theatre which can hold up to 4,000 spectators, and its amphitheatre.
Gourmet visitors can titillate their taste buds with delicious pizza,
pasta, cheese and cured meats from the Aosta Valley. This Italian
region with a French touch will seduce you with its beauty and its
friendly inhabitants!

THE HELBRONNER SUMMIT

Leaving from Courmayeur, 35km from La Rosière
In Courmayeur, step on board the Skyway cable car.
Glide up to Pointe Helbronner (alt. 3462m) in one of its
panoramic cabins for breathtaking views. All of the highest
European summits are spread out before your very eyes.
At the summit, browse the various different display rooms
dedicated to mountaineering and mountain crystals.

For more information
www.montebianco.com

PANORAMIC VIEWPOINT

Sentier Dell Orrido - Pré Saint Didier, 30 km from La Rosière
After a half-hour walk up a steep yet easy footpath, you
reach an ultra-modern viewpoint which overlooks the valley
and offers astounding views of the Mont Blanc massif. Braver
visitors can even have a ride on a zip wire!

For more information
www.lovevda.it/fr/

PRE ST DIDIER THERMAL SPA
30 km from Rosière

Take some time to relax in the naturally warm waters of
Pré Saint Didier. Thermal pools, hydro-massage, waterfalls,
steam baths, salt exfoliation and massages. Utter relaxation
in the shadow of Mont Blanc!

For more information
www.termedipre.it

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CASTELLO DI FENIS

AOSTA

COURMAYEUR

Explore numerous monuments from the Roman era, including
the Arch of Augustus, the Porta Praetoria, the Roman theatre,
the forum and the town walls, which are almost fully conserved.
Visit the Saint’Orso collegiate church which, alongside Aosta
Cathedral, has the best display of religious art in the Aosta Valley.
A wide variety of castles are also dotted around Aosta. A highly
cultural escapade!

Admire the town’s elegant architecture as you stroll through its
historic town centre, which boasts the longest street in the Alps,
the Via Roma, a concentration of chic boutiques. Savour delicious
pizza, pasta, risotto, cappuccino and a whole host of other Italian
specialities.

Off-peak savings!
Special offers are available outside of the traditional
school holiday periods. The package ‘Tutto Bene’
(“It’s All Good!” in Italian) offers keen skiers a
reduced price for accommodation and Espace San
Bernardo ski passes.
FROM

AT YOUR SERVICE.
We’re here to help you with any queries you may
have regarding the resort your holiday.

235

€

Offer includes:
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- 6 days Espace San Bernardo ski pass
Price per person, based on 4 people sharing studio
accommodation at full capacity.

In the heart of Les Eucherts forest, treat
yourself to a tranquil stay with unparalleled
comfort, thanks to our quality, ‘guesthousestyle’ service.

www.chalet-accroche-coeur.fr

www.chaletmatsuzaka.com

contact@chalet-accroche-coeur.fr

info@chaletmatsuzaka.com

+33 (0)4 79 41 53 57

+33 (0)4 79 07 53 13

L'Averne 73700 La Rosière

L'Averne 73700 La Rosière

Indoor parking

Parking

Pets welcome

French holiday vouchers

Massages

Lift

Electric car charging

Internet / WiFi

Luggage storage

Housekeeping

HOTELS
G2/93

B2/10

HYATT CENTRIC LA ROSIÈRE

LE RELAIS DU PETIT ST BERNARD

TV / Satellite

Swimming pool

Spa facilities

Fitness facilities

Credit cards accepted

Skis locker

Ideally located at the bottom of the
Eucherts ski slopes. There are 69 rooms,
suites and family suites all with exceptional
views. Enjoy ‘La Tavola’, it’s restaurant
and the bar ‘le H37’. South facing terrace,
swimming pool & spa.

Located at the bottom of the slopes and
next to the children’s Snow Gardens, the
Relais du Petit St Bernard offers 20 comfortable rooms with mountain-style décor.
Family atmosphere, traditional dining and
local specialities.

www.laRosièrehotel.com

www.petit-saint-bernard.com

info@laRosièrehotel.fr

info@petit-saint-bernard.com

+33 (0)4 79 04 12 34

+ 33 (0)4 79 06 80 48

Malatret 73700 La Rosière

Front de neige 73700 La Rosière

Conference facilities

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Number of star rated apartements

61

RATED HOLIDAY RENTALS
G2/33

G2/64

LES BALCONS DE LA ROSIÈRE

LES CIMES BLANCHES

LE LODGE HEMERA

At the bottom of the slopes, spacious and
comfortable apartments sleeping 2 to
16 people, with south-facing balconies
offering magnificent views of the valley.

Luxury apartment complex located near to
the ski slopes and hiking trails, in a tranquil
village with breathtaking views over the
valley. Fully-furnished, spacious and
comfortable apartments, relaxation area
(spa and wellness) with an indoor swimming
pool.

Top-end apartment complex located in the
heart of the village. South-facing with views
over the valley. Fully-furnished apartments
with spacious rooms for our guests’ comfort
and relaxation. Indoor swimming pool, spa
and wellness area.

www.les-balcons.com

www.cgh-residences.com

www.cgh-residences.com

reservation@les-balcons.com

cimes@cgh-residences.com

hemera@cgh-residences.com

+33 (0)3 84 86 15 51

+33 (0)4 79 23 12 90 | +33 (0)4 50 33 10 96

+33 (0)4 79 00 36 05 | +33 (0)4 50 33 10 96

L’Averne 73700 La Rosière

L’Averne 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

E2/90

H2/77

LES MARMOTTONS

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C2/80

G2/34

LE MIRAVIDI

LE REFUGE

CGH Résidences & Spas Group’s brand
new residence, located right next to
the resort centre and the slopes. Built
using traditional materials, it houses cosy
apartments with all mod cons that sleep 4
to 10 people.

Luxury apartment complex with an
outstanding location by the slopes and
shops. Made up of spacious, south-facing
apartments sleeping 6 to 8 people.

A charming traditional Savoyard chalet
with an ideal location in the heart of the
Espace San Bernardo ski area. Cosy, luxury
apartments with cut-stone chimneys.

www.cgh-residences.com

www.miravidi.eu

www.chalet-altitude.com

marmottons@cgh-residences.com

contact@miravidi.eu

contact@chalet-altitude.com

+33 (0)4 79 01 01 92 | +33 (0)4 50 33 10 96

+33 (0)4 79 00 73 61

+33 (0)4 79 00 85 00

Les Chavonnes Hautes 73700 La Rosière

Malatret 73700 La Rosière

L’Averne 73700 La Rosière

HOLIDAY RENTALS
C2/89

D3 / 50

G2/40

LE ROC NOIR

CHALET LES AIRELLES

CHALET LE CHRISTIANIA

Ideally located at the bottom of the
slopes (direct access) in the resort
centre, this luxury residence houses
apartments ranging from 20 to 200m²
which can sleep 2 to 20 people,
plus a fantastic 400m2 pool area.

Chalet located close to the shops in a quiet
area of the resort, made up of apartments
sleeping 2 to 6 people and with a heated
outdoor swimming pool in summer.

www.chaletlepanoramic.fr

www.chalet-les-clarines.com

chaletlepanoramic@orange.fr

contact@chalet-larosiere.com

+33 (0)4 79 06 80 55

+33 (0)6 19 41 70 78

+33 (0)4 79 06 82 66

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Malatret 73700 La Rosière

L’Averne 73700 La Rosière

L’Orée 73700 La Rosière

63

HOLIDAY RENTALS
B2/22

F2/92

H2/35

LE CRYSTAL

LE HAMEAU DE BARTHELEMY

LE PANORAMIC

Our 2 to 12-person apartments are
spacious, tastefully-decorated and bathed
in natural sunlight. We recommend a
wide selection of activities with our local
partners, so that you can make the most of
your summer holiday.

This luxury chalet is located in Les Eucherts.
Contains 20 apartments from T3 to T6
size. South facing with views of the Haute
Tarentaise valley. There is a heated wellness
area. Newly opening for Winter 2017/18.

Apartments sleeping 2 to 20 people, at the
foot of the slopes and with exceptional southfacing views. Private swimming pool with
spa and free activities. Function room with
kitchen available.

www.chalet-crystal.com

www.terresens.com

www.chaletlepanoramic.fr

contact@chalet-crystal.com

contact@terresens.com

chaletlepanoramic@orange.fr

+33 (0)4 79 06 88 82 | +33 (0)6 18 90 51 09

+33 (0)4 72 14 66 50 | 0 800 880 880

+33 (0)4 79 06 80 55

L'Averne 73700 La Rosière

Malatret 73700 La Rosière

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Manessier 73700 La Rosière

FURNISHED APARTMENTS
B2/65

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D2/26

LE PLANICA

LE TYROL

ASS. DES LOUEURS PARTICULIERS

A family-run residence made up of spacious
and comfortable apartments sleeping between
2 and 21 people. South-facing, just 200m
from the shops and activities. Right next to the
slopes and children’s Snow Gardens.

Friendly chalet with swimming pool and
spa. Apartments sleeping 2 to 14 people.
Free activities including aqua gym, selfmassage, nature walks, etc. Function
room with kitchen available for group
celebrations. Run by down-to-earth and
trustworthy owners.

Created in 1992, the Association des
Loueurs Particuliers de La Rosière brings
together 200 property owners offering
self-catered apartments sleeping between
4 and 14 people for rent.

www.leplanica.com

www.letyrol.fr

www.alp-larosiere.com

info@leplanica.com

letyrol@orange.fr

info@alp-larosiere.com

+33 (0)4 79 04 31 80

+33 (0)4 79 06 80 55

+33 (0)3 25 31 38 01

Manessier 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

B2/71

G2/51

C3/46

LES BARILLONS

LE BUGATTI

LES CHARMETTES

Traditional chalet close to the shops,
the centre and the forest. Made up
of comfortable and spacious 4, 6 and
11-person apartments with log fires and
south-facing terraces.

Boasting south-facing balconies with
stunning views over the Tarentaise Valley,
Le Bugatti’s luxury apartments are located
right by the hiking trails.

A different way to holiday in La Rosière!
Campsite and caravan park, mobile homes
and log cabins. Snack bar.

For property owners, tenants and
holidaymakers. Le Comptoir is open 7 days
a week and is located in the resort centre.
Key collection, handovers, caretaking, hire
of various items (linen, equipment, cots,
prams). Shop and WiFi area.

Specialist in luxury accomodation. New
rental programmes available: fullyaccommodation with additional services,
exceptional location. See us for more
details.

www.camping-la-Rosière.com

www.lecomptoirdelarosiere.com

www.mgm-constructeur.com

campinglaRosière73@gmail.com

contact@lecomptoirdelarosiere.com

mgmetvous@mgm-immobilier.fr

+33 (0)6 11 39 96 36 | + 33 (0) 4 79 06 86 21

+33 (0)4 79 00 59 56

+33 (0)4 79 06 12 64

73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

LE CENTRE
D2/17

C2/37

ARPIN SPORTS

COLETTE SPORT

Equipment hire: Choose from selection of
the best brands and get a discount when
you book via our website! On sale: Clothing,
accessories, equipment. Ski boot specialist:
various different options, a large choice and
personalised recommendations. 2 shops in
the resort centre.

2 sports shops: one in the resort centre
(300m²) and one at the foot of the slopes
(65m²). Ski hire, sale of clothing and
accessories. High-precision workshop

The shop is ideally situated at the bottom
of the slopes. Free ski storage. Marc Pirard
(coach of the French downhill skiing team)
and his staff are on hand to advise you in
the rental shop: large variety of equipment
and outstanding service.

Equipment hire and sales. Part of the
Intersport chain, a guarantee of quality and
professionalism.

www.intersport-larosiere.com

www.olympicsports.fr

www.intersport-rent.fr

info@intersport-larosiere.com

contact@olympicsports.fr

info@intersport-larosiere.com

+33 (0)4 79 06 81 58 | +33 (0)6 43 38 08 35

+33 (0)4 79 06 58 96

+33 (0)4 79 06 27 33

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre
73700 La Rosière

Les Chavonnes Hautes
73700 La Rosière

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LE CENTRE
D2/17

D2/24

PRECISION SKI

C2/89

SKI LOISIRS

SKIMIUM ROC NOIR

SKI LOISIRS
Precisionski, specialists in ski and
snowboard rental. Find us in just a few
clicks on precisionski-rent.com and get
up to 60% off. We offer a wide range of
services designed to make your life easier.
No stress, no worries with Precisionski!

Great branded equipment rental for a
great price. On the snow front at the foot
of the slopes, next to the ski lifts & the ESF.
Free ski storage.

www.precisionski-rent.com

www.skiloisirslarosiere.com

www.skimium.fr

support@precisionski-rent.com

skiloisirs@gmail.com

skimium.lerocnoir@gmail.com

+33 (0)4 58 14 07 77 | +33 (0)4 58 14 00 00

+33 (0)4 79 06 80 85

+33 (0)4 79 00 61 55

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

D2/42

C2/53

SKI REPUBLIC

LA TRACE

Ski and snowboard hire specialists:
Benefit from great gear at great prices
with up to 50% off standard prices on
ski-republic.com. Regularly serviced
equipment. Reservation is simple via our
website. Accessories available in store.

Hire of ski, snowboard and telemark
equipment and boots. From half-day to
weekly hire, and more. Special prices for
teens, families and groups. Equipment
maintenance. Advice and adjustments to
equipment according to your level. Sale of
accessories. At the foot of the slopes. Free
ski storage.

www.ski-republic.com

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support@ski-republic.com

latrace.larosiere@orange.fr

+33 (0)4 79 22 38 76 | +33 (0)4 58 14 11 11

+33 (0)4 79 06 85 65 | +33 (0)6 23 08 26 79

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

Le Centre 73700 La Rosière

LES EUCHERTS
G2/70

G2/70

G2/70

GO SPORT MONTAGNE

INTERSPORT LES EUCHERTS

OLYMPIC SPORTS LES EUCHERTS

Ski equipment hire. Major Brands. Euipment
maintenance..

Hire of skis, snowboards, maintenance,
repairs. Sale of accessories. Place des
Eucherts, at the foot of the slopes.

The shop is ideally situated at the bottom
of the slopes. Free ski storage. Marc Pirard
(coach of the French downhill skiing team)
and his staff are on hand to advise you in
the rental shop: large variety of equipment
and outstanding service.

Located at the bottom of the slopes on the
Place des Eucherts. Hire of skis, snowboards
and snow bikes. Sale of helmets, goggles
and other accessories. Discounts available
on bookings made via our website.

Our booking office staff are on hand to help you
plan your holiday down to the last detail. We have a
host of à la carte services and exclusive all-inclusive
package holidays to choose from.
ACTIVITIES
Altispa La Rosière

reservation@larosiere.net
reservation.larosiere.net

BARS, SNACKS & RESTAURANTS
+33 (0)4 79 06 80 51

L' Accroche Coeur - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 41 53 57

Béatitude

+33 (0)7 82 12 55 37

L' Ancolie - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 06 86 71

Bowling

+33(0)4 79 07 54 46

L' Antigel - restaurant d'altitude

+33(0)6 23 94 92 07

Bureau des Guides

+33(0)4 79 41 04 18

L' Arpin’s Bar

+33(0)9 54 23 24 85

Bureau Montagne Haute-Tarentaise

+33(0)4 79 06 88 37

Au P’tit Creux - vente à emporter

+33(0)4 79 06 05 67

Centre équestre

+33(0)6 19 46 48 44

Aux 3 Ours - salon de thé

+33(0)6 10 15 64 13

Cinéma Le Ruitor

+33(0)4 79 06 86 04

L’ Avalanche - bar

+ 33(0)6 76 72 07 12

Colette Maitre Activités Culturelles

+33(0)4 79 06 80 56

Le Bar Du Bowling

+33(0)4 79 07 54 46

Darentasia

+33(0)6 10 01 10 90

Bar Le 1850

+33(0)4 79 00 57 65

Bar-snack du Petit Saint Bernard

+33(0)4 79 06 45 17
+33(0)4 79 23 18 41

Didier Pointière - guide de haute-montagne

33(0)6 83 71 32 88

E.S.F.

+33(0)4 79 06 81 26

Burger Bar / Le Moo Bar - bar / snack

Evolution 2

+33(0)4 79 40 19 80

Caffé Latte - salon de thé

+33(0)4 79 06 22 28

FACIM – Patrimoine

+33(0)4 79 06 80 51

Chalet Anca - snack d'altitude

+33(0)6 83 30 99 74

Childcare

+33(0)6 68 30 98 22

Le Comptoir - bar / snack

+33(0)4 79 06 83 17

Lambert Fournier - independent instructor

+33(0)6 11 88 22 85

Le Dégel'Club - snack d'altitude

+33(0)6 23 94 92 07

Les Galopins Garderie / Adventure club

+33(0)4 79 06 89 67

L’Entre-Deux - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 23 12 02

Massage Me

+33(0)6 12 65 34 52

L’Estam - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 06 13 65

Massage Miravidi

+33(0)6 72 79 06 83

La Flam’ - restaurant

+33 (0)4 79 22 48 03

Ice-rink

+33(0)4 79 08 30 20

Le Flocon - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 07 54 46

RelaxSession

+33(0)6 49 83 94 57

Le Genépi - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 07 52 09

San Bernardo Snowkite

+33(0)6 29 48 02 18

La Grange - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 23 18 38

Spa Les Balcons

+33(0)4 79 23 18 44

L'Igloo - bar

+33(0)4 79 06 81 25

Les Marmottes - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 40 19 88

Spa Ô des Cimes - Le Lodge Hemera

+33(0)4 79 00 36 05

Spa Ô des Cimes - Les Cimes Blanches

+33(0)4 79 23 12 90

Le Plan du Repos - restaurant d’altitude

+33(0)7 71 62 78 77

Tennis

+33(0)4 79 06 80 51

Le Pub - bar

+33(0)4 79 41 31 08

Le Relais du Petit St Bernard - bar /
restaurant

+33(0)4 79 40 19 38

Snödroppe

+33(0)6 89 37 65 13

SPORT SHOPS
Arpin Sport / Sport 2000
Colette Sport

+33(0)4 79 06 81 21

La Taverne Du Mc Kinley - restaurant

+33(0)4 79 06 58 58

+33(0)4 79 06 80 56

La Traversette - restaurant d’altitude

+33(0)6 11 70 51 07

La Grange à Skis

+33(0)4 79 06 33 11

Intersport Centre

+33(0)4 79 06 81 58

MEDICAL SERVICES

Intersport Les Eucherts

+33(0)4 79 07 67 08

Hospital (Bourg-Saint-Maurice)

+33(0)4 79 41 79 79

Intersport La Poudre

+33(0)4 79 06 27 33

Physiotherapist

+33(0)6 72 79 06 83

Olympic Sports Centre / Skiset

+33(0)4 79 06 58 96

Physiotherapist

+33(0)4 79 00 22 22

Olympic Sports Les Eucherts / Skiset

+33(0)4 79 06 88 37

Doctor

+33(0)4 79 06 89 09

Precision Ski

+33(0)4 58 14 00 00

Pharmacy

+33(0)4 79 06 86 00

Quiksilver

+33(0)4 79 23 18 43

Ski Loisirs

+33(0)4 79 06 80 85

Skimium Le Roc Noir

+33(0)4 79 00 61 55

Ski Republic

+33(0)4 58 14 11 11

Sport 2000 Les Eucherts

+33(0)4 79 55 26 39

Surf Ski Shop Go Sport Montage

+33(0)4 79 23 18 40

La Trace

+33(0)4 79 06 85 65

Emergency services

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Fire & rescue

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Summer & winter directory.
Some establishments may be closed in
summer.

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GETTING HERE
BY CAR

BY TAXI

- Take the A43 motorway until you reach
Albertville. Take the dual carriageway to
Moûtiers. Follow the RN 90 to Bourg Saint
Maurice and then the RD 1090 towards
the Petit Saint Bernard pass.

TAXI JEAN-PIERRE

Summer only: Via Italy
- From Courmayeur, or up through the
Aosta Valley. When you reach Pré-SaintDidier, follow directions to La Thuile then
the Petit-Saint-Bernard pass.
Please note: The Petit-Saint-Bernard
pass is sometimes closed to traffic (in
general, from October to May). In winter,
set your Sat Nav to go via Albertville.